Biography:
Olumayowa Idowu is an emerging public policy scholar and applied Economist, currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Policy Studies at Clemson University. Growing up in a low-income household shaped his commitment to advancing fair access to the social determinants of health, particularly for low-income communities. He has nearly a decade of professional experience in credit access, financial inclusion, and regulatory compliance, and now conducts interdisciplinary research at the intersection of zoning policy, housing, neighbourhood environments, and population health. He remains dedicated to producing evidence-based, community-informed policy solutions that promote health and improve quality of life for all.
Title : Building healthier cities: How zoning, affordable housing, and environmental quality shape population health